Data Platform Lead - Banking

Evolution Recruitment Solutions Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company in Singapore is seeking a Data Architect to design data models and oversee project lifecycles on the Azure platform. The ideal candidate has over 8 years in data management within the financial sector and excels in building reliable data solutions. This role demands strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with importance placed on data governance and project management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in data management, analytics, or MIS within a bank or financial institution.
• Proven experience leading mid-sized project implementations.
• Hands-on expertise in scalable data solutions on Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead data architect, designing logical and physical data models.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of data platform projects using Agile.
• Build foundational data models, data marts, and ETL pipelines.

Skills

Data management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technology field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Databricks

Azure Data Lake

Azure Synapse

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Architect the Future: Act as the lead data architect, designing logical and physical data models and making key decisions on our Azure stack (Data Lake, Synapse, Databricks).
• Deliver with Excellence: Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of data platform projects, from initial concept and budgeting to final delivery and L3 support, using Agile and SDLC frameworks.
• Empower the Business: Build the foundational data models, data marts, and ETL pipelines that provide pristine, reliable data for critical analytics and reporting.
• Lead & Mentor: Guide and develop a team of data engineers and analysts, leading technical reviews and fostering a culture of innovation and best practices.
• Champion Governance: Collaborate with the data management office to embed best-in-class data governance, security, cataloging, and metadata management into our platform.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technology field.
• A minimum of 8 years of deep experience in data management, analytics, or MIS, specifically within a bank or financial institution.
• Proven experience leading mid-sized project implementations and the ability to influence technical direction.
• Hands-on expertise in designing and implementing scalable data solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform.
• A strong understanding of banking products, services, and the regulatory environment.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.

We Get Excited About Candidates With:

• Relevant Azure or project management (PMP, SCRUM, ITIL) certifications.
• Specialized knowledge in Financial/Management Accounting, Risk Management, or Capital Management.